Lemon-Rosemary Vodka Cooler with Ginger Sugar Rim

Lemon-Rosemary Vodka Cooler with Ginger Sugar Rim

Ingredients:
Lemon-Rosemary Simple Syrup:
Lemon juice
Sugar
Water
Rosemary sprigs

Ginger Sugar:
1/4 cup raw sugar
1 teaspoon ginger powder

For Serving:
Ice cubes
Premium vodka
Water
Chilled seltzer water (optional)
Rosemary sprigs, to garnish

Directions:
1. For the syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the lemon juice, sugar, water and rosemary sprigs. Simmer gently over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved. Simmer another 2 minutes. Set aside to cool and discard the rosemary sprigs.
2. For the ginger sugar: In a small bowl, combine the raw sugar and ginger powder, mixing well. Place on a small plate.
3. Using a clean, wet sponge or paper towel, wet the rims of Mason jars or glasses and press them into the ginger sugar.
4. Fill the glasses with ice. Add about 1 part syrup to 2 parts water to 1 part vodka. Top with seltzer, if desired, and garnish with a rosemary sprig.